Mitchell’s slander lawsuit against ex-Brunswick Supt. Pruden to proceed to trial
New Hanover County Superior Court recently denied a motion by Edward H. Pruden, former Superintendent of Brunswick County Schools, to dismiss a lawsuit brought against him by Baker A. Mitchell, Jr. and...
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Thomas Grimes, an icon to many passes away
Lu Mil Wine ThomasSantaGrimes2 ThomasSantaGrimes To many folks in Bladen County, the name Thomas Grimes is best affiliated with his alter ego of “Santa.” He enjoyed his role as Santa and many children...
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Four people in custody in November shooting death of Council
By Erin Smith All four suspects wanted in the shooting death of Darrell Dionte Council have been arrested. Christopher James Baldwin (pictured, left), 25, of Lumberton was arrested Wednesday night and...
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Rouzer amendment to protect rural consumers and manufacturers passes House
WASHINGTON, DC – The House of Representatives passed an amendment authored by Congressman David Rouzer to protect consumers and small businesses from the increased costs of a recent rule introduced by...
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State law changes process for obtaining pistol purchase permit
Several changes in state law for obtaining a pistol purchase permit went into effect Tuesday, Dec. 1. Part of the change is the way sheriff’s evaluate and process the permits. Bladen County Sheriff...
View ArticleHOUSE BILL 562, Amend Firearm Laws
Sheriff James A. McVicker wants the public to know there are several changes to the process of obtaining a pistol purchase permit. On August 5, 2015 Governor Pat McCrory signed House Bill 562, Amend...
View ArticleEASTERN DISTRICT OF NORTH CAROLINA U.S. ATTORNEY’S OFFICE COLLECTS...
RALEIGH – United States Attorney Thomas G. Walker announced today that the Eastern District of North Carolina collected $15,047,564.36 in criminal and civil actions in Fiscal Year 2015. Of this...
View ArticleElection filing season off to a steady start
By: Erin smith The filing period for the 2016 election is off to a slow but steady start as candidates are making their way to the Bladen County Board of Elections Office in Elizabethtown. The filing...
View ArticleYou Decide: Should We Modify or End the Fed? Dr. Mike Walden North Carolina...
Few institutions generate more mystery and controversy than the Federal Reserve – or the “Fed” for short. It has already become a topic in the current presidential campaign. Some see the Fed as...
View ArticleThis Day in History for December 4
1619 – 38 colonist from Berkeley Parrish in England disembark in Virginia and give thanks to God. Considered by many as the first Thanksgiving in the Americas. 1682 – First General Assembly in...
View ArticleMiddle School Soccer: Clarkton School of Discovery 2, Tar Heel 1, Overtime
Andrew Cahn fired in the game-winning goal in the penalty kick shoot-out as Clarkton School of Discovery defeated Tar Heel 2-1 Thursday night in Bladen Five Middle School Conference soccer action at...
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This Day in History – August 13
1608 – John Smith’s story of Jamestown’s first days submitted for publication. 1852 – Steamer “Atlantic” crossing Lake Erie from Buffalo to Detroit collided with a fishing boat, sinks with 250 aboard....
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White Oak High School reunion Saturday
The White Oak High School will holding their annual class reunion on Saturday, Aug. 13, beginning at 2 p.m. in the former White Pak School Gymnasium. The gym is located on NC 53 beside the White Oak...
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Tips from Bladen Health Department on avoiding water illnesses
News release from the Bladen County Health Department about water illnesses. ———————————————— Subsequent to reports to our local health department this summer (2016) of skin rashes from individuals...
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3 Things to Know for Saturday, August 13
Three things to know for Saturday, August 13 1. The 18th annual Made in the Shade Open Car and Truck Show is on tap today on the lawn in front of San Jose Restaurant in Elizabethtown. Registration is...
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Football: West Bladen Runs Past West Columbus
ELIZABETHTOWN – Senior James Moore ran for 110 yards and 3 touchdowns Friday night as West Bladen outscored West Columbus six touchdowns to two in the East Bladen Jamboree. West Bladen Coach Todd Pait...
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Football: East Bladen Defense Strong In Jamboree
ELIZABETHTOWN – East Bladen’s first-string defense shutout South Robeson Friday night as the Eagles outscored the visiting Rams four touchdowns to one in the East Bladen Jamboree. The Eagle defense...
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Former E’town Police Chief to act as consultant for town of Garland PD
The Garland Town Council met on Tuesday and announced the hiring for former Elizabethtown Police Chief Robert “Bobby” Kinlaw as a consultant to the town. He was hired to help the town in its efforts to...
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Congressman Pittenger tours Bladen County
US Congressman Robert Pittenger paid a visit to Bladen County on Friday morning. He stopped by the offices of Bladen Online and the Bladen County Sheriff’s Office where he spoke with Sheriff Jim...
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Thoughts While Shaving for August 13
Olympics continue in Rio. Today promises to be a busy one. White Oak High School graduates will gather at 2 p.m. today for a reunion. The 18th Made in the Shade Open Car and Truck Show will be...
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